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There has been a need for plasticizers ever since PVC (polyvinyl chloride) was patented in 1913. In its unmodified state, PVC is rigid and brittle. Plasticizers are used to make the material soft and flexible. BASF has been a leader in the market for plasticizers and raw materials throughout the history of flexible PVC.
Plasticizers: Types, Uses, Classification, Selection & Regulation
Most common plasticiser chemistries include citrates, benzoates, ortho-phthalates, terephthalates, adipates, azelates, sebacates, and trimellitates. Plasticizers are the most common additives used in the plastics industry. But, selecting the right plasticizer for an application has always been a daunting task.
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Plasticizers are used to make the material soft and flexible. BASF has been a leader in the market for plasticizers and raw materials throughout the history of flexible PVC. BASF developed the first manufacturing process for phthalic anhydride, is a global technology leader for Oxo alcohols, and in this new millennium has had commercial successes in the global introduction of Palatinol DPHP
DIDP plasticizer | ExxonMobil Product Solutions
Jayflex DIDP plasticizer is one of the largest-volume general-purpose high-molecular-weight plasticizers. It is a plasticizer of choice for flexible PVC products that require resistance to degradation due to high temperatures (such as wire and cable) or call for low fogging (automotive interior trim). Flexible PVC products that demand high
Plastomoll Adipate Plasticizers
Adipate Plasticizers. These are adipic acid-based monomeric plasticizers with excellent low temperature properties. Plastomoll DOA meets international requirements for food packaging (cling film). Plastomoll DNA can be used in low temperature applications where lower volatility is required.
- What does a plasticizer bloom look like?
- These deposits—known as “bloom”—appear as oily, tacky or crystalline features on the surface, as shown in the photograph below. It comes from the polymer mixture undergoing a phase separation and the additives migrating to the surface. Photographs showing plasticizer bloom on cellulose acetate dolls.
- What are plasticizers & how do they work?
- Plasticizers are non-volatile organic substances (mainly liquids) added into a plastic or elastomer. They are also usually cheaper than other additives. They improve the following properties of the polymers: Plasticizers increase the flow and thermoplasticity of a polymer.
- What is a plasticizer chemistry?
- Plasticizers are the most used additives in the plastics industry. They are generally available as non-volatile, colorless liquids. They improve the properties of the polymer. With several plasticizer chemistries available in the market choosing the right one can be daunting. In this guide, you will read more about:
- What does blooming mean in plastic?
- Blooming is the term given to the movement of substances in the bulk material to the surface. When a plastic material is fabricated into an object like a film or any other form, e.g., via molding, extrusion, or thermoforming, the surface is not in equilibrium.
- How is blooming on plastic analyzed?
- Blooming on plastic can be analyzed using methods such as ToF-SIMS, FT-IR or XPS (ESCA). Anomalies on surfaces, such as discoloration, are often due to segregation, i.e. migration to the surface of the material components. The following example illustrates this analysis of blooming on plastic.
- How do I choose a plasticizer for custom plastics manufacturing?
- Several important factors must be considered when choosing plasticizers for custom plastics manufacturing to ensure the best performance, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. Compatibility: The plasticizer chosen must be compatible with the polymer in use.
